Nov 26 Watch 3:56 Jury to resume deliberations in Benghazi trial By PBS News Hour The 2012 terrorist attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi in Libya killed four Americans, including U.S. ambassador Christopher Stevens. Tomorrow, a jury will continue deliberating in the case of Abu Ahmed Khattala, who is accused of organizing the attack. Continue watching
Nov 26 Watch 8:25 New biography reveals Joni Mitchell’s feelings on her career By Phil Hirschkorn Joni Mitchell is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters in modern times. Her seminal albums, from the late 1960s through the early 2000s, sold millions of copies and influenced generations of artists. Now, a new biography, "Reckless Daughter: A Portrait… Continue watching
Nov 26 Joni Mitchell’s biographer on her songwriting style, missing Woodstock and thoughts about Bob Dylan By Corinne Segal Music writer David Yaffe spoke with us about the origin of Joni Mitchell’s songwriting technique and the stories behind several of her better-known songs. Continue reading
Nov 25 Watch 4:08 The Coast Guard detains suspected drug smugglers for weeks, says report By PBS News Hour A New York Times Magazine investigation has revealed that the Coast Guard detained more than 700 suspected drug smugglers between September 2016 and 2017. These suspects were held at sea for weeks or months before they were charged with a… Continue watching
Nov 25 Watch 22:21 PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode November 25, 2017 By PBS News Hour On this edition for Saturday, Nov. 25, President Donald Trump names Budget Director Mick Mulvaney the head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and a filmmaker documents the lives of Cubans over 45 years. Also, Rohingya refugees share their stories. Continue watching
Nov 25 Thousands of demonstrators across the world protest violence against women By Kamala Kelkar People marched in support of the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, starting two weeks of campaigns. Continue reading
Nov 25 Watch 7:00 This filmmaker followed 45 years of change in Cuban life By Connie Kargbo, Christopher Booker In 1972, intrigued by the promises of communism, then-24-year-old Jon Alpert sailed illegally to Cuba. For the next 45 years, the New York City filmmaker made regular trips to the island, documenting post-revolution Cuba through the daily lives of three… Continue watching
Nov 19 Watch 25:47 PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode November 19, 2017 By PBS News Hour On this edition for Sunday, Nov. 19, the GOP’s tax reform bill heads towards a Senate vote, and Bosnians are still struggling years after the end of civil war. Also, how the character of Apu from “The Simpsons” affected stereotypes… Continue watching
Nov 19 Watch 3:10 After ouster from his own party, Zimbabwe president refuses to resign By PBS News Hour In an unexpected move, Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe did not resign Sunday, five days after the army ordered his house arrest and hours after being sacked as party leader. The 93-year-old Mugabe gave a televised speech where he acknowledged “criticism”… Continue watching
Nov 19 Watch 4:37 Stereotypes in ‘The Simpsons’ affected a generation of South Asians, says this comedian By PBS News Hour Throughout his career, comedian Hari Kondabolu has tackled the tough topics of race and inequality in the U.S. His new documentary, “The Problem With Apu,” looks at the character of Apu Nahasapeemapetilon on “The Simpsons” -- a convenience store owner… Continue watching